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Kava Cafe

Café and Coffee Shop$$$$

West Village, New York

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Kava Cafe

7.0^/10

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"great coffee near the High Line"(3 Tips)
"Great to sit outside in the garden - even in winter!"(23 Tips)
"Perfect stop to savor an espresso in between CitiBikes!"(32 Tips)
"Amazing Cortada and Parfait."(3 Tips)

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Barbara RoseApril 20, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Wine in the garden after work was lovely, until the "whoa"... closed at 8:30 p.m. It's a coffee place after all. A lovely garden and great coffee!
Andrew FurmanOctober 21, 2015
They've closed the garden for good as of 2013 in order to save money on rent. Coffee is good, and there are some seats inside and on the sidewalk. No wifi tho.
Andrew CafourekOctober 14, 2013
If you have your own hotspot and it is nice outside, the outdoor area is great for working. Otherwise, the lack of public wifi and limited indoor seating mean you should find another spot.
Christian BrummJune 29, 2013
Been here 5+ times
The garden is beautiful! Espresso is very good and more Italian style (less intense/overwhelming than your average american hipster espresso).
@JaumePrimeroApril 20, 2012
Great cappuccinos, very cute garden out back, and the best destination in the meat packing area for coffee. Will def be a regular here!
Chris CarellaOctober 26, 2013
Kava is where I fell in love with Machiattos. Great backyard seating when the weather is nice.
MoRizaJune 7, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Try the Fritata Brioche - Such a delicious layers of cream cheese, tomato and eggs snuck inside a brioche.
Serious EatsApril 21, 2013
A source for great coffee near the High Line in an attractively designed spot.
Anand SAugust 7, 2011
After you place your order, walk through the red door in the back for the spacious garden. A great summertime place for breakfast and a book.
Margot MazurFebruary 7, 2015
Interesting spot playing football complete with bagels and pre-made sandwiches. Killer macchiato.
Steve SchlafmanJuly 7, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Love the cappuccino at this joint. And don't forget to check out the back patio.
Scott KurttilaNovember 8, 2011
Excellent coffee, great decor, awesome garden in the back and stays open fairly late. It's a Meatpacking Zen Gem.
AristipposApril 1, 2013
Interesting combination of a place with demanding coffee and a night club/bar (art deco) atmosphere.
Matt LeMayJanuary 28, 2011
Been here 100+ times
Fantastic espresso, surprisingly friendly and welcoming environment for such a high-end place. Grab a canelé if you can!
Justine Weeks SutleyMay 27, 2013
This seems to be my spot for warming up, cooling off and drying off before or after visiting the Highline Park.
Didier PerilleuxAugust 25, 2015
Great coffee, nice staff! And soooooo close from home :)))
DRAZSeptember 4, 2017
Perfect espresso, get a single shot!
Leticia CuevasJuly 27, 2015
Nothing like grabbing a morning coffee from Kava, and then take a short walk at the high line.
Florent JolyJanuary 15, 2018
Ridiculously overpriced. Coffee is $4.75 and the simplest to go sandwich $11.
tze chunApril 4, 2015
Been here 25+ times
Not aging well. They added a TV, got rid of the gelato counter and converted to US size portions/cups.
Annibell LopezApril 29, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Ask for the sandwich and soup combo only $10 bucks
Alastair TseNovember 10, 2012
When you order a cortardo, make sure they don't think you said frittata. There's no latte art on those.
Kevin JenkinsMarch 9, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Don't miss the garden. It's through the cafe and out back.
Anna CDecember 3, 2011
Their mocha n lattes are the best! Don't forget to check out the garden!
Talal ADecember 4, 2014
Cozy, cute place and the cortado was quite good.
Mark HeyertFebruary 3, 2016
Great location. Have any espresso drink.
Tom M.April 19, 2015
Whole grain bagel are so good
Kirk McMurraySeptember 15, 2012
Try the Iced Coffee - Say hello to Claire, a @Foodspotting fan, and have an iced coffee in the garden...
Lorenzo LandiniMay 27, 2013
Been here 5+ times
There is an adorable social cat in the back garden. I don't know if she is staying but I hope she is
Eric WasnickOctober 13, 2012
The staff wears fedoras! Kinda cool, plus they have the best coffee in wv!
Erwin OngDecember 19, 2016
10% discount on all products after 3pm with Whitney membership
Marko KehmJanuary 17, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Great to sit outside in the garden - even in winter!
Edward FabilaAugust 24, 2013
Perfect stop to savor an espresso in between CitiBikes!
Anand SDecember 18, 2011
Great coffee but avoid on Sunday mornings, the line is super long.
Fred WilsonJune 2, 2013
Been here 100+ times
Iced cappucino in a glass is a good call if its steamy outside
Stacy DreyfusJuly 31, 2013
Been here 10+ times
If they have the orange brioche in... A must try treat to get your day going!
Jessica StempelMarch 18, 2011
Super nice. Came from working out and only had Amex which they don't take. Let me have my coffee and told me to come back another day and pay
MoRizaOctober 3, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Try the Cortada - Prepped by a very stylish barista.
Colette QJune 9, 2013
Try the blueberry iced tea!:)
Mark T.September 7, 2013
Hang out in the shaded garden after a walk down the high line. Nice
Lisa EFebruary 5, 2017
Whitney member benefit: 10% discount on all products after 3pm
TaliaSeptember 10, 2011
Been here 5+ times
8 yrs in ny & think this is my favorite coffee. Factor in the garden & I know it is
Cheryl HuangSeptember 12, 2014
Good soy latte!!!
JasonSeptember 1, 2014
Great iced vanilla latte. Backyard looked cool but was closed
Mily BeCanApril 26, 2016
Espresso coffee & atmosphere
Danny MacaroonsMarch 1, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Try the Coconut Macaroons - A nice mix at a nice shop
MezoOctober 15, 2017
It's small place but nice coffee
Ann FlowerMarch 27, 2012
Fantastic private garden in back!
Drake MartinetAugust 23, 2011
Nice garden in the back, if the weather cooperates.
Talia KrainesDecember 17, 2011
If you're having a bad day... Pop in! There are some entertaining hats to cheer you up.

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